Welcome Friends.
Today I am featuring the delightful Joy M Lilley and her recently re-released FIGS, VINES & ROSES
Chapter 15 Snippet:
“Anyway, listen to me… I have some news for you. The chap who is teaching in the boys class is rather nice and I thought you might like to meet him. I’ve told him about you, and he is keen to meet up. You never wanted to meet anyone from the opposite sex when we were in college, so perhaps you feel like it now that you are more settled.”
“That is most thoughtful of you, Sybil, but I’m really not interested.”
“You’re going to become an old school spinster if you don’t start dating,” Sybil replied. “You’ll have folk talking about you, thinking you are into women.”
“I have no problem being alone, and I don’t care what people say or think. I’m not alone, by the way, as I have my daughter, Sophie, and parents who need me. Both are in their seventies now and it shows. They cannot do nearly as much as they used to even a year ago, and I fear for what may be just around the corner. Now is not the time for me to go complicating my life more than it already is.”
“A daughter? Sophie? Issy, where did you get a daughter?” Sybil asked, shocked.
AUTHOR BIO:
My pen name is Joy M. Lilley (aka Joy Gerken). I am a writer and have been writing seriously since 2011 with seven books published to date. My previous career was as a trained nurse [R.G.N.] which I loved but it offered little time for me to write until my retirement.
I joined Rave Reviews Book Club (RRBC) almost 6 years ago and have been amazed by the friendship and support offered by all.
FIGS, VINES & ROSES was the first novel produced by me. I paid a considerable sum to have it edited at the time. This proved not to be adequate for a number of reasons. Several folks in RRBC commented about the need for further editing, and when that number reached three people, I felt it necessary to do something about it.
It was recently re-edited by 4WillsPublishing. Nonnie kindly offered to help me with the extra work at zero cost. It’s been re-released on Amazon in Kindle and paperback formats. If you took a stab at the first version, I would appreciate it if you would reach out to Amazon for the updated version and give it another go.
I promote my work via Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. I also pay for promotion. I am ever grateful for the amazing support given by the members of RRBC.
I enjoy audio recording short stories on my advanced home equipment, and I now offer voice-over work through Fiverr.
SOCIAL MEDIA & PURCHASE LINKS:
Twitter: @JoyGerken: https://twitter.com/joygerken
FIGS, VINES & ROSES on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Figs-Vines-Roses-Family-Saga-ebook/dp/B09SWR3D7Z
34 replies to "Welcome to Day 7 of the #RRBC March “SPOTLIGHT” Author Blog Tour! #JoyMLilley @JoyGerken @RRBC_Org #FigsVinesRoses #RRBC #RRBCSA"
Hi Rox, It’s lovely to see Joy here with another great extract. Have a wonderful new week.
Thanks for looking in Robbie.Glad you have enjoyed the extracts.
Hi Robbie, Wonderful of you to drop in for Joy’s tour. She has some interesting stories and I am glad she is sharing them.
Congratulations on the new edition of your book, Joy. I hope the tour uncovers many new fans.
Thank you Rox for sharing.
Thanks Karl,It would be great to get new fans. Best wishes to you and yours.
Hi Karl. Thank you for stopping by. I hope your world is wonderful. Please, stop by often.
Love the cliffhanger, Joy. I share Karl’s comment and hope you’ve gained new friends on this tour. Have a great week! Thank you, too, Rox, for hosting Joy today!
Thanks John,and for following me throughout the week.Thanks to Rox for her kindness in hosting me.
Hi John. Thank you for making time to visit. I am glad you are following this tour.
Congrats to Joy! She’s having a great tour. Thanks for hosting, Rox!
Hi Jan, thanks for coming by today. Good luck with your new book.
Hiya Jan. Always nice to see you. Hope you are well. I am ready for volume 3.
Well, that’s a way to let the cat out of the bag. Lol! I’ve enjoyed your tour, Joy. Thanks for hosting, Rox! 🙂
Hi Yvette, Thank you for stopping by. I always enjoy your comments.
Thanks Yvette,I couldn’t keep it a secret.
Hi Joy. Thanks for sharing your story with us. It’s been an interesting journey.
Rox thanks for always being there for the members.
Shirley, you are so kind. I loved this tour. Gla you stopped in. Rox
Hi Shirley,thanks indeed,for all you do to support me!You’re a true treasure.
I am so grateful to all the lovely members of RRBC who have helped me and been there for me throughout this week.
I have learned so much in just seven days.
Take care dear friends,hope to meet with you on Thursday this week.
With my love,Joy G.
Great sentiment, Joy.
Hi Joy, Hi Rox,
Sorry, I am dropping by late.
Joy, this excerpt is also interesting. I wonder too where did she get a daughter. 🙂
Rox, thank you so much for hosting Joy on her Spotlight tour.
Shalom aleichem
Hi Pat,
Thanks for following me throughout this journey.It has been most informative and grand for me.
Very likely see you on Thursday !
Take care,
Blessings to you. Joy
Pat, you are always a welcome sight whenever you arrive. Thank you for taking your time.
I’m late in stopping by, but better late than never. Joy, I am looking forward to reading you latest book! Rox, thank you for hosting this talented author.
Karen
I am a believer that it is not late if you check in anytime. A delight to host Joy and grateful you stopped by.
Hi Karen, thanks for thinking of me. Much appreciated.Hope to see you later today.
Figs, Vines, and Roses is now on my Kindle. The kind words here have urged me to read it–review it too. Thanks, Rox, for hosting Joy! 😀
Hi Marian, I am so glad you came by to visit. I am glad Joy had her time in the spotlight.
Joy, kudos to you for taking the time to refine your book and republish! That shows the growth you have achieved as a writer. Good luck to you and hope you garner many more fans. Rox, thanks for hosting Joy today.
Thank you for dropping in Maura Beth. Always nice to see you. I agree with the courage.Take care.
Hello Maura Beth,thanks for looking in.Much appreciated.Happy Easter to you and yours !
Hi,Marian; thanks for haveing a look.Also many thanks for adding the book to your kindle.
Congrats to Joy! Wishing all the best.
Hi Randy
Thank you for stopping by